11. But don’t accept younger widows for the list. When their physical desires distract them from Christ, they will want to get married.
12. Then they will be judged for setting aside their earlier commitment.
13. Also, they learn to be lazy by going from house to house. They are not only lazy, but they also become gossips and busybodies, talking about things they shouldn’t.
14. So I want younger widows to marry, have children, and manage their homes so that they won’t give the enemy any reason to slander us. (
15. Some have already turned away to follow Satan.)
16. If any woman who is a believer has widows in her family, she should take care of them and not burden the church, so that it can help other widows who are truly needy.
17. Elders who lead well should be paid double, especially those who work with public speaking and teaching.